Heat wave in the Donau-Ries: municipalities rely on protective measures!

Heat wave in the Donau-Ries: municipalities rely on protective measures!

The first hot days of the year are already behind us in the Donau-Ries district, and that not only brings with it summer atmosphere, but also some challenges. As the Augsburger Allgemeine will be expected in the coming years, so days with temperatures above 30 degrees. One of the main causes of this is climate change that not only raises our temperatures, but also the dangers of the heat, particularly for vulnerable groups such as seniors and small children.

In the region, the municipalities have already become active and implement various protective measures to protect the population from the effects of the heat. The Federation of German Cities Day warns that cities should develop innovative heat action plans in order to counter the increasing temperatures. In this way, public cool rooms could be created and drinking wells could be set up. These measures are not only necessary, but urgently, as the Tagesschau reports.

Protection measures for the population

heating days are a serious health danger. According to experts, heat shells can arise when the body is insufficient, with symptoms such as strong sweating or nausea. In extreme situations, confusion or unconsciousness can even occur. The Federal Medical Association indicates that heat is considered the greatest health risk due to the climate crisis in Germany. It is therefore important to protect vulnerable groups in particular. These include seniors, sick and even pregnant women, which is now discussed in many cities on a broad level.

awareness of heating is often still inadequate. In order to counteract this, a heat protection plan will be developed in Germany over the next few years, which will be supported by 87 institutions and associations. These include the Federal Medical Association and the Climate Alliance Germany. A central concern is the anchoring of binding heat protection measures that have to be supported by the federal and state governments.

The role of cities and municipalities

cities and municipalities play a key role in heat protection. If there were around 7,000 heat note in Germany in 2003, it is clear that preventive measures are decisive. A simple remedy for the heat are reflective colors on roofs that can lower interior temperatures by up to 3-7 degrees. Planting trees for cooling in urban space is also considered a need.

Communal responsibility has grown: cities are required to develop heat protection and climate adaptation strategies in order to ensure the quality of life for their citizens. The initiative behind the heat protection plan also demands that the healthcare system are more closely included in the planning and implementation of heat protection measures. It is about provision and education so that you can act in good time and the hottest days do not become a danger to health.

For people in the Donau-Ries district and beyond, it is now important to stay attentive and well informed. Es ist klar: Da liegt was an.